Recent Podcasts
Episode 63: Sherri Cauthron McCourtney
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with healthcare professional Sherri Cauthron McCourtney! McCourtney recounts her story in healthcare from her beginnings, all the way up to teaching on a collegiate level. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 62: Melanie Wade
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with new Mena/Polk County Chamber Director Melanie Wade! Originally from McCurtain County, Wade shares her experience of coming to Polk County, falling in love with Mena, and her plans for the future of the Chamber of Commerce. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ...
Episode 61- Remmie and Gracie
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi have Remmie and Gracie. As you can tell by their fancy accents, they are UARM’s soccer players from England! They talk about cultural differences, the process of coming to the states, and playing college soccer. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 60: Mary Alice Head
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with Mary Alice Head! Mary is the owner/operator of The Shop and currently sits as a city council member for Mena. They talk small businesses, stolen dwarves, tanning, and local politics. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 59: Andy Threlkeld
In this episode, Jodi and Producer Trey sit down with hero Andy Threlkeld! Andy opens up and shares his story of saving lives in Florida, disaster relief at Albert Pike, Mexican Restaurant MMA, Jiu-Jitsu and more! The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 58: The Ouachita Chronicles Top Five!
In this episode, Ashley and Producer Trey break down each of their top five favorite episodes of The Ouachita Chronicles! The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 57: Brooke Hines
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with Brooke Hines. Brook Hines is a renaissance woman- between EMS, volleyball coaching and local politics she’s got a full plate! They talk about working disaster relief, city council, coaching and managing volleyball teams, EMS and more. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ...
Episode 56: Fred Ogden
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport Manager Fred Ogden! They talk about aviation, a certain notorious criminal associated with the Mena airport who will not be named, Texas tourists, and classic rock. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 55: Otis Kirk
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down (virtually in the zoomosphere, of course!) with legendary sports journalist Otis Kirk! They talk about the Razorback, broadcasting, the Lakers, and the precious pups that boss Kirk around! The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 54: Lacey Yoakem
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with professional hiker and blogger Lacey Yoakem. They talk about growing up in the Ouachitas, how her hiking page “Wanderlust and Arkansas Dust” was started, hiker safety, Pantera, and the best trails in Arkansas! The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!
Episode 53: Jay Lindly
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with legendary radio-man and co-host of The Ouachita Podcast original shows ‘Regrettable’ and ‘Hosting Hochatown’ Jay Lindly! They talk about Jay’s radio beginnings (and definitely promote staying in school!), podcasting, and the future of Lindly- Mr. Radio! The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ...
Episode 52: Clint Montgomery
In this episode, Ashley and Jodi sit down with the other half of Phillip Wilson’s bromance Clint Montgomery! They chat about entrepreneurship, sportsball, high school, and a super rad Suburban. The Ouachita Chronicles is brought to you by Don’s EZ Pay!

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